Plants
Tricyrtis 'Skyrocket'
Tricyrtis 'Skyrocket' is a 4-foot tall plant with purple and white flowers blooming in September and October. It features flowers in every leaf axil, showcasing an incredible floriferous nature. This plant is a striking addition to gardens.
Saponaria officinalis 'Rosea Plena'
Saponaria officinalis 'Rosea Plena', also known as bouncing bet, is a less invasive form of this species. It features double pinkish-white flowers that bloom atop its stems, adding a soft touch to sunny gardens. This perennial is known for attracting butterflies and is resistant to rabbits.
Ammannia capitellata
Ammannia capitellata is an aquatic plant native to Africa and Asia, known for its oblong leaves with reddish stems and veins. It requires high light and CO2 for intense red coloration and can be grown submerged or emersed.
Philodendron longilaminatum
Philodendron longilaminatum is a tropical plant with long, lance-shaped leaves that can exceed 6 feet in length. The deep green foliage with prominent veins thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers a well-draining potting mix. This plant requires proper watering and humidity to maintain its lush appearance, making it a striking addition to indoor plant collections.
Mazus pumilus var. pumilus
Mazus pumilus var. pumilus is a very low-growing perennial groundcover with delicate white flowers. It is ideal for rock gardens or planting between stepping stones, providing a soft, green carpet. Native to Eastern Asia, this plant thrives in part sun to light shade and is a versatile addition to both sun and shade gardens.
Prunus armeniaca 'Harglow'
Prunus armeniaca 'Harglow' is a cold-hardy apricot tree that produces bright orange freestone fruit. It is self-pollinating and requires 700-900 chill hours. The tree grows best in full sun with well-drained soil and needs moderate, consistent moisture. It ripens in July to August and can grow 12-18 inches per season after establishment.
Codiaeum variegatum 'Iceton'
Codiaeum variegatum 'Iceton' is a slow-growing plant with vibrant tones of canary yellow, blush, and coral. It reaches 3-6 feet in height and requires a very humid climate to thrive outdoors. This plant is suitable for indoor settings with high humidity.
Athyrium filix-femina 'Minutissimum'
Athyrium filix-femina 'Minutissimum' is a compact fern with arching light green fronds, forming a 1-foot tall by 2-foot wide clump. It prefers slightly moist soil but is drought-tolerant, making it adaptable to various garden conditions. This deer-resistant fern is ideal for shade gardens and adds a delicate texture to landscapes. Its small size and graceful fronds make it a charming addition to rock gardens and woodland settings.
Ptelea trifoliata
Ptelea trifoliata, a deciduous plant with tri-lobed leaves, is known for its fragrant blooms in late spring and clusters of winged seeds in late summer. The foliage turns yellow in fall, and the plant emits a citrusy, musky, or skunky smell when crushed. It can be grown as a tall shrub or small tree and is adaptable to moist to dry sites.
Hedychium 'Gold Flame'
Hedychium 'Gold Flame' is a hybrid known for its fragrant golden flowers with a golden orange throat, blooming from late July until frost. This vigorous grower thrives in sun to part sun and is rabbit resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Masdevallia trifurcata
Masdevallia trifurcata is a compact miniature orchid known for its suitability in warm, low-light environments, making it ideal for terrariums. This species thrives in conditions that mimic its natural habitat, requiring minimal light and warmth to flourish.
Nannorrhops ritchieana 'Kashmir Form'
Nannorrhops ritchieana 'Kashmir Form' is a palm native to the Western Kashmir foothills, growing at elevations of 4,900 feet. It is adapted to moist, humid, and cold conditions, with a more compact habit compared to other varieties. This plant is suitable for gardens seeking a tropical appearance.
Nepenthes copelandii
Nepenthes copelandii is a richly colored pitcher plant species from the Philippines, known for its tubular pitchers that darken with age. It is a highland tropical plant found on Mount Apo and Mount Pasian, thriving at altitudes of 1100-2400 meters. This rare species is part of the 'N. alata group' and is distinguished by its winged petioles and broad upper pitchers.
Tulbaghia violacea
Tulbaghia violacea, also known as society garlic, features strappy leaves with a soft garlic scent and violet-colored flowers. It forms spreading colonies and is both deer resistant and edible. This plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a versatile addition to gardens.
Gaillardia aestivalis 'Glitz N Glamour'
Gaillardia aestivalis 'Glitz N Glamour' is a vibrant perennial known for its bright yellow flowers that bloom from May until frost. This plant forms a sizable patch, reaching up to 26 inches in height and spreading 4 feet wide. It thrives in sunny locations with excellent drainage and is drought-tolerant, making it ideal for xeriscaping. The flowers attract bees and butterflies, adding life to any garden. As a native plant to the southeastern United States, it is well-suited to local climates and conditions.
Potentilla fruticosa 'Abbotswood'
Potentilla fruticosa 'Abbotswood' is a low-maintenance shrub that blooms with sweet white flowers until frost. It features blue-green leaves and grows 2-3 feet tall and wide. This cold-hardy plant is salt-tolerant and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, making it ideal for xeric and fire-wise landscapes.
Hosta sieboldiana
Hosta sieboldiana is an old Japanese cultivar with thick, rounded, blue corrugated leaves and a wide golden margin. It forms large clumps topped with pale lavender flowers in late spring, attracting hummingbirds to shaded garden areas.
Alyssum saxatile 'Golden Spring'
Alyssum saxatile 'Golden Spring' is a cold and heat-tolerant plant known for its bright yellow flower clusters. It grows to a height of 4-6 inches and forms low-growing mats that block weeds. This plant thrives in full sun and is extremely cold hardy, making it ideal for rock gardens.
Agave horrida
Agave horrida is a rosette-forming succulent native to southeastern Mexico. It features bright green leaves with yellow variegation and a single sharp terminal spine. This plant flowers infrequently, producing an 8-foot tall stalk with pale yellow flowers, and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Asclepias incarnata 'Ice Ballet'
Asclepias incarnata 'Ice Ballet' is a white-flowered form of swamp milkweed that grows well in both swampy and dry perennial borders. It produces masses of white flower clusters from spring through summer, attracting butterflies and other pollinators. This plant is native to the United States and is known for its adaptability and resilience.
Nepenthes surigaoensis
Nepenthes surigaoensis is a unique climbing plant native to the Philippine island of Mindanao, thriving at elevations between 2,600 and 3,900 feet. It is distinguished by its long tendrils and cylindrical pitchers, which can grow up to 9.5 inches tall. The plant's leaves are notable for their strong decurrent nature and can vary in shape from linear to slightly lanceolate. Its pitchers, covered in coarse orange to brown hairs, can turn completely red as they age. This species was first described in 1915 and rediscovered in 2007. It grows in the lower montane forests under shady conditions and has no known natural hybrids. The plant's conservation status has not been thoroughly assessed, but it is closely related to N. merrilliana, differing mainly in its leaf and pitcher characteristics.
Rotala indica 'Green'
Rotala indica 'Green' is an aquatic stem plant with bright green color, capable of growing both submerged and emersed. It is a fast grower that requires frequent trimming and is easy to care for, making it a popular choice for aquariums.
Euphorbia globosa
Euphorbia globosa is a dwarf spineless succulent native to southern Africa, known for its globular, segmented fingers off a caudiciform base. It forms thick mats and thrives in mineral soil with good drainage. This slow-growing plant tolerates full sun to moderate shade and requires minimal watering.
Rudbeckia nitida 'Autumn Sun'
Rudbeckia nitida 'Autumn Sun' is a tall black-eyed Susan with large yellow flowers and green centers. Known for its showy blooms and cutleaf basal rosette, this plant attracts butterflies and thrives in sunny locations. It is a perennial suitable for rain gardens and adds vibrant color to any landscape.
Aechmea chantinii
Aechmea chantinii is a bromeliad with striking silver-dusted stripes on its leaves and a red bract that emerges as it matures. This plant can grow 2-3 feet across and 1-3 feet tall, with flowers that last 3 to 6 months. It thrives in medium to high light conditions and requires low water, making it suitable for indoor environments. Its unique appearance and long-lasting blooms make it a captivating addition to any plant collection.
Hosta 'Blue Twister'
Hosta 'Blue Twister' is a compact plant with striking blue foliage and wavy leaves. It grows to about 11 inches tall and 22 inches wide, producing lavender flower spikes in summer. This hosta is a hybrid involving several varieties, making it a unique addition to shaded garden areas.